A Belgian man suffered burn injuries to his left leg after a power bank exploded while he was drinking at a bar on Pattaya Walking Street yesterday, January 29. Officials and bar staff immediately provided first aid before rushing the injured man to Pattaya City Hospital for further medical treatment. Bar staff quickly extinguished the fire and escorted the injured man and other patrons away from the area to ensure safety. Around three weeks ago, an overheated power bank exploded inside staff accommodation belonging to a molam music band in Khon Kaen province. In 2024, passengers aboard a Thai AirAsia flight were thrown into panic after a power bank exploded on flight, filling the aircraft cabin with smoke.